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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think its just a standard interview, alongside the group assessment. Having a look around here for interview experiences, they do seem to ask some weird questions
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    From what I remember for direct TC, I think it is only sent after app review
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I heard from Covington amount 30 mins ago as well - applied on deadline
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thanks! Yeah defo thought that - last year they took 2 months after first round to reject me!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, if there is anyone who has got a second stage with Gibson Dunn, how long after first round interview did it take for them to tell you?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does this on Baker McKenzie's app form mean only 2nd years can apply for a VS? The second sentence contradicts the first for some reason Final year law and non law students and graduates are eligible to apply for this vacancy. The Spring vacation scheme is open to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I haven't heard yet. I did my AC yesterday and grad rec said they would expect this to be by the end of the week. When did you have your AC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I have an AC in November - but I did apply quite early
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone done the Simmons online assessment thing yet? Are the video interview questions the standard why simmons, why law etc. or more scenario based?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone heard from Travers about final stage interviews?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I vaguely mentioned its corporate practice (talked about its corp governance work), FS reg and litigation - didn't mentioned PE at all and I got an interview for direct TC so I don't think it matters. As long as you explain your motivations clearly + link this to the firm you should be fine
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has Travers got back to anyone yet?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Nothing from K&L
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Anyone heard from K&L Gates post-app?
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